GRE Word List

EMISSARY

one designated as the agent of another : representative

The meaning of the word emissary is one designated as the agent of another : representative.

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WordMeaning
stolidhaving or expressing little or no sensibility : unemotional
soothsayera person who predicts the future by magical, intuitive, or more rational means : prognosticator
crescendoa gradual increase
nattytrimly neat and tidy : smart
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly
defileto make unclean or impure: such as
adroithaving or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations
frittera small mass of fried or sautéed batter often containing fruit or meat
institutionan established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character
accoladea mark of acknowledgment : award